The Dog Blog
Welcome to ‘The Dog Blog’ … my new blog especially for Club Dog members. Let me keep you up to date with all things dog! Recently I have firmly found my voice on lots of dog issues. I’m incredibly grateful to have created this unique online platform on which to share it with you. Thanks for being here!
The Dog Blog covers a wide range of doggy topics; training & behaviour, lifestyle, health & wellbeing as well as general interest topics like like dog control. I post new articles/blogs every month. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoy writing them!
If you are a Club Member, please feel free to ask for any topics you would like to read an article about. Don’t be shy! I’d love to hear your suggestions or ideas.
If you are not yet a member, I would love to have you join me at Club Dog.
Blogs
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Stay, Wait & Leave it. Same, same but different.
Stay, wait and Leave it are each important training exercises that are often confused. When your dog understands the difference between each one, it really improves your ability to communicate clearly to your dog what you want them to do.
Dogs & 2024 – A Year in Review.
Well, this year is almost a wrap. It’s hard to believe another year has slipped passed but what a year it has been! I hope that when you look back on the past 12 months that you have found some…
Dogs & Halloween – Trick or Treat?
Even though Halloween is great fun for humans, unexpected knocks at the door, loud bangers and people dressed in costumes can be a weird and unsettling experience for dogs. Here is my advice about how to prepare your dog for…
10 Tips for Successful Dog Walks
Here are my tops tips for surviving dog walks and keeping you and your best adventure buddy out of mischief when out and about.
TDC Dog Control Policy 2024 – Sue’s Submission
Tasman District Council Dog Control Policy & Bye Law Review 2024. Here is my submission on some of the key changes proposed around Mapua and Motueka especially and some of the short comings as I see them.
Understanding TDC Dog Control Policy Review 2024
Tasman District Council Dog Control Policy & Bye Law Review 2024. You can make a submission by 8 Sept. Here is my opinion on some of the key changes proposed around Mapua and Motueka especially.
Dogs in Summer
As we welcome summer in NZ it is worth giving some thought to how our dogs are impacted by the change of season.
Can dogs feel guilt?
You’ve probably come across your dog after he’s done something ‘naughty’, like peeing in the house or chewing something up. His body language seems to radiate guilt. Dogs certainly can look as though they are feeling guilty. But is that…
Genetics and Darwin’s Ark
How much of our dog’s behaviour is down to their DNA/breed? And how much can we impact their behaviour with training and experiences? This is the classic nature v nurture argument and it is a hot topic when it comes…
Long Lines – love them or hate them?
Long lines are growing in popularity and they certainly do have lots of advantages. As well as the pros there are also some cons to consider... like accidentally tripping yourself or someone else up with the line. So, are they…
Nail Care – Part 1
Manicures for dogs are actually an important part of caring for a dog's paws